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Assistant Baseball Coach

Lawson State Community College
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The Assistant Baseball Coach is responsible for assisting with various aspects of the baseball program to include recruiting, scheduling opponents and organizing practice.


Salary Schedule: Local Salary Schedule  9-Month (September- May) Appointment- $15,300.
Summer 3-month (June, July, and August) summer appointment as needed for recruitment - $3,060,


 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

  1. Assist Head Coach with recruiting and training members of the Men's Baseball Team.
  2. Uphold the values and standards of the Head Coach.
  3. Meet LSCC, ACCC, and NJCAA deadlines for eligibility, stats, etc.
  4. Possesses knowledge of and remains current in Title IX, FERPA, and all applicable College policies and practices.
  5. Monitor student/athlete’s conduct, academic progress and study sessions.
  6. Monitor athletes before, during and after seasons.
  7. Assist with fundraising in support of the Baseball program.
  8. Attend LSCC Athletic Orientation.
  9. Participate in professional development and community service activities.
  10. Follow medical procedures for injured athletes.
  11. Maintain exemplary personal and team conduct to reflect a positive image for the team and Lawson State, both on and off the playing area.
  12. Assist with Field Maintenance for the LSCC baseball complex.
  13. Assist in supervising team practices and competition activities.
  14. Assist in managing inventory of and care for athletic equipment, uniforms, and supplies.
  15. Knowledge of and committed to NJCAA rules of compliance.
  16. Commit to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
  17. Build and maintain relationships with all High School and Travel Ball Coaches.
  18. Create a detailed plan of action with specific long and short term goals for the year.
  19. Assist in compiling and organizing scouting reports on teams we are scheduled to play.
  20. Assign post practice and game responsibilities to players.
  21. Must be able to throw batting practice.
  22. Assist with coordinating high school game schedules for recruiting.
  23. Assist in organizing camps, showcases, tryouts and tournaments for high school players.
  24. Perform other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisor.

 

Qualifications

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING:

  1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution OR three years of coaching experience at the secondary, intercollegiate level, or higher.
  2. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, OR SPECIAL CREDENTIALS:

  1. CPR/AED certified (must become certified before season begins)
  2. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Ability to make effective decisions and exhibit sound judgment.
  2. Ability to resolve conflict and promote a team spirit.
  3. Ability to motivate, encourage, mentor and support academic and athletic success.4. Ability to work non-standard hours, nights, weekends, some holidays and travel.

The Assistant Baseball Coach will be expected to work a flexible schedule which may include day, evenings, nights, weekends, some holidays and travel. This job description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. This job description and specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.

 

Application Procedures/Additional Information

 

Applicants may apply at www.lawsonstate.edu. For questions please contact the Office of Human Resources at 205-929-3408 or at humanresources@lawsonstate.edu. All application materials will become the property of the college. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position.

A complete application packet consists of:

  • A cover letter
  • An Online application
  • A current resume
  • A copy of relevant post-secondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date of degree conferred.

If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.

Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following: Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:

Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. 

Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. 

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.